Rare books on sex have spiced things up at a library Franklin founded -- There is much history to celebrate on America's 250th birthday at the Library Company of Philadelphia, the oldest public rare book collection in the United States, founded by Benjamin Franklin in 1731.

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Free July events: Independence Day, outdoor movies, live music, and more

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Star-maker Clive Davis honored at funeral that draws Bruce Springsteen, Dionne Warwick, and others - The service was closed to the public but was livestreamed from Central Synagogue in Manhattan.

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Summer Arts Guide - 80 fun concerts, festivals, shows, and more to check out around Boston this summer - From outdoor music festivals to comedy shows, here are the top events to check out in Boston and beyond this summer.

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All the movies you'll watch this summer

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10 NEW SHOWS TO WATCH THIS SUMMER

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BOOKS - The best local book events this week - All the best local author readings and discussions from June 28-July 4.

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For the US's 250th birthday, a German Declaration of Independence goes on show -- When the members of the Second Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, they wanted to make sure that everybody in the 13 colonies knew about the momentous event. This included about 100,000 Germans living there, many of whom spoke no English, so the document was rushed to the Philadelphia firm Steiner and Cist, which printed a run in German.

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MUSIC REVIEW - Solid Sound kicks off with a stroll down 'Mermaid Avenue' From Wilco and Billy Bragg's historic "Mermaid Avenue" performance, to standout sets from Gang of Four and L'Rain, there was plenty to appreciate about the festival's opening night.

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Pride House Boston brings inclusivity and LGBTQ+ awareness to the World Cup -- The effort is tied to Pride House International, which began at the 2010 Winter Olympics and was modeled after the hospitality houses typically centered around a nationality or culture.

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Boston professional musicians' union mishandled elections, federal complaint alleges -- The Boston Musician's Association must hold a new election for secretary/treasurer and six board members, lawsuit says.

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Ken Burns and Jeanne Shaheen will each receive the same Legacy Award this fall -- The New England Council announced documentarian Ken Burns and retiring Senator Jeanne Shaheen will each be honored this fall as a recipient of the group's Legacy Award.

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Representative Ayanna Pressley talks about why she chose to take part in a documentary about her life -- The congresswoman was speaking at a Roxbury International Film Festival screening of the documentary "She Dared to Dream."

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Questlove explores another titan of Black music in Earth, Wind & Fire documentary -- His latest film, "Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World)," debuts on HBO on June 7 at 9 p.m. and streams on HBO Max.

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A 'Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune' that Terrence McNally would admire

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With 'What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?' Frederick Douglass challenged American hypocrisy

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When Supergirl was Super Campy

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'Avatar: Fire and Ash,' plus more new movies and TV shows to watch this weekend

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'Finally, I want people to see it.' Maine exhibition showcases a homegrown artist's body of work.

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The uproarious, head-spinning 'Delirium' proves that pervasive dread can be fun

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Gardner Museum to expand Free First Thursdays, and more local arts news

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David Clayton-Thomas, powerhouse lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, dies

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'It's about the people, and we're going to show up and celebrate that': Jane Lynch talks hosting Boston Pops July 4 show

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This week's TV: 'Legally Blonde' spinoff 'Elle,' Michelle Buteau's 'Survival of the Thickest,' and more

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Jenny Jackson's 'The Shampoo Effect' may be the most Ipswich book ever

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From Peter Wolf to Edo.G, we asked Boston musicians: Which song best reflects the American experience?

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At the Griffin: Can crowbars be atmospheric?

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The best things to do in and around Boston this weekend

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Local bestsellers for the week ended June 21

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Big Freedia, Butch Tavares among performers for Providence's 2026 PVDFest

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A Christmas for the (dark) ages: As 'The Bear' winds down, 'Fishes' remains a chaotic TV milestone

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Russ López captures the Provincetown spirit in short story collection

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